3DEO, a Los Angeles-based leader in design, engineering, and metal additive manufacturing (AM), is proud to announce a strategic partnership and investment with IHI Aerospace Co., Ltd. (IA), a globally recognized brand in aerospace engineering and manufacturing. This multifaceted, multi-phased partnership aims to enhance the adoption and implementation of AM technologies within IA, drawing on 3DEO's expertise and resources in Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) and technology differentiation to support its mission.

Identified as a strategic investor and partner, IA's collaboration with 3DEO signifies a significant commitment to integrating the advanced capabilities of additive manufacturing with the precision and tradition of Japan's aerospace manufacturing sector. This partnership follows closely on the heels of 3DEO's recent strategic investment announcement with the Development Bank of Japan and Seiko Epson Corporation, further highlighting 3DEO's growing influence in global manufacturing landscapes.

"We are deeply honored to partner with IA, a company that shares our vision for the future of aerospace manufacturing,” Matt Petros, CEO and Co-founder of 3DEO, commented. “This partnership underscores the incredible progress and potential of additive manufacturing, especially when coupled with a highly collaborative design for additive approach."

Payman Torabi, CTO and Co-founder of 3DEO, added, "Working alongside IA presents an exceptional opportunity to apply our additive manufacturing technologies to the aerospace sector. It's a collaboration that stands to reduce time-to-market and drive innovation."

The strategic investment from IA not only marks an important vote of confidence in 3DEO's technology and team but also represents a collaborative effort to explore new advancements in aerospace manufacturing. By leveraging 3DEO's patented technology, Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) expertise, and IA's engineering excellence, this partnership is poised to make a lasting impact on the aerospace industry, enhancing capabilities and setting heightened standards for manufacturing excellence.

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